1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1984 Rover 3500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 110 S | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 110 S | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
